I've "rescued" an old photograph of Myra SHANNON which was taken at the
H.S.
Stephens Studio in Rushville, Indiana. The photograph was probably taken in
the 1880's and notes that Myra was 12 years old at the time. Based on
limited research I believe that this is a photograph of Myra SHANNON b. 29
Oct 1873 in Hanover, Indiana to parents William Faris SHANNON and Esther
Ellen COWAN.
William Faris SHANNON b. 13 Jan 1848 in Hanover, IN and married Esther on
the 10th of Jan 1871 at Richland, IN. Esther Ellen COWAN was b. 8 Feb 1850
in Richland, IN to parents Hugh COWAN and Mary Ann BUCK. In addition to
Myra the couple also had a son Faris Cowan SHANNON b. 20 Nov 1886 in
Richland, IN.
The family was living in Hanover, IN during the 1880 census. W.F. SHANNON
noted that his parents were born in IN and KY respectively, while Esther E.
advised that her parents were born in KY and IN respectively. William's
occupation was noted as Farmer. I'm hoping to locate someone from her
family so that this wonderful old photograph can be returned to their care.
If you are a member of this family or know someone who might be, please
contact me.
Thanks,
Shelley